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205 special needs caregivers are listed in Nashville, TN
The average rate is $16/hr as of June 2023
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Nashville, TN
Karen S.
Nashville, TN
$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am a Registered Nurse with 28 years of experience; 11 in pediatrics; rehabilitation for Spinal cord Injuries, and over 10 years of case management experience. Experience with special needs. I have a passion for helping others
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For the past year I have been the primary care provider for a sweet little 2-year-old with autism. I started working with her before she was diagnosed. Even then, I was constantly searching for information and knowledge to help her. I have attended every speech and occupational therapy appointment...
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Hello! I am a licensed neuro rehabilitative Occupational Therapist and I have Fridays and weekends free so I am looking for a fun way to help pay off those student loans! I love working with kids and I am trained in sensory integration as well as helping little ones develop age appropriate motor and...
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Hi! My name's Celeste, but I also go by Les. I'm a first year student at U of R, majoring in American Sign Language and psychology. I've been caring for those with special needs for about two years now. I mainly have experience with children and adolescence. I've worked with people who are...
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Hey everyone! I'm Chloe, a 21-year-old college student who is studying special education. I have always loved children and have been lucky enough to be able to use babysitting to help pay for school. I have 7 years of experience with children of all ages and unique needs. In any free time, I am...
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Worked 3 years as a high school special Ed teacher and then as the residential coordinator for Vanderbilt's inclusive higher ed program.
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I have a lot of experience with special needs children with ages varying from 0-18. In my highschool I was in the TAPS program and for two weeks on and two weeks off I would alternate between the daycare in our school and the special education classes. I would go on field trips with the students and...
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I am a former high school special education teacher looking to expand my skills outside of school. I have 4 years of experience in teaching, and along with that can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and anything else your child or loved one may need. I am extremely patient and love working with...
Kelly B.
Nashville, TN
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Intelligent Highly-Experienced Caregiver And Psychology Student Available For Part-Time Or Full-Time Care
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I am a very experienced caregiver, the oldest of three siblings and a very large extended family. Since the age of about 12 when I began non-family babysitting, I have had a few long-term care jobs and many occasional positions as well. I have a great interest in child development and psychology in...
Faelan O.
Nashville, TN
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Current Occupational Therapy Graduate student, 2 years into the program lots of clinical experience. Living in Nashville for the summer to complete my doctoral capstone, looking for a job working with individuals while I finish up school. Super flexible schedule :)
Alyssa B.
Nashville, TN
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I have a masters degree in special education. I am currently a 5th grade ELA teacher who teaches the exception education cohorts within my school. I have worked as a one on one aid and a teachers assistant in a special education setting.
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I have worked with individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities for the past 10 years. In high school, I worked with individuals with physical disabilities at a sports camp. Later in high school and throughout college, I worked at and organized a summer camp for children with a variety of...
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Hi! My name is Taylor! I am a an enthusiastic and creative person who loves to the disability community. I have a degree in Disability Studies and have serval years of paid experience with people with disabilities. I would love to be a support for your loved one any way I can!
Nicole B.
Nashville, TN
$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
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My name is Nicole and I am a registered nurse in the Nashville area. I have developed extensive knowledge in the medical management of chronic conditions and understand the need for extra help around personal living space. I am a compassionate and caring personality who enjoys bonding with my...
Izabel G.
Nashville, TN
$25-40/hr
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Hey! I'm Izabel! I'm 26 and have been in Nashville for almost 2 years. I worked at early intervention autism school as well as nannying a special needs child for four years prior. I look forward to becoming an extra member of your family and loving on your little one when you can't be there.
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I have previously been a caregiver for a 16-year-old boy with Cerebral Palsy for almost 2 years. He was only able to communicate through sign language which I am fluent in because I have a profoundly deaf brother. I know how to be patient as his response time could take up to a minute and he was...
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I have worked with special needs people, and cancer patients and etc. I love working for all kinds of great people!
Emily S.
Nashville, TN
$20-22/hr
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Hello! My name is Emily!
I love being a nanny and have been
watching toddlers, and kids and assisting older people with special needs since I was 15 years old. My responsibilities have included driving to/from school, crafts, tutoring, and even taking them on field trips.
I worked at Magnolia...
Natalie C.
Nashville, TN
$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have experience with G-tube feedings, diabetes, and many other health related issues. I am very passionate about what I do because I have had personal experience in caring for infants through adults with special healthcare needs.
Kayla F.
Nashville, TN
$30-40/hr • 4 yrs exp
Registered Nurse With Wide Range Of Experience Accepting 1:1 Clients!
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Hello! My name is Kayla and I recently moved to the area from Maine. I've always had a passion for taking care of people - it started as a preteen taking babysitting and child/infant CPR courses, eventually leading to where I am now. I first obtained my associate's degree in nursing from a highly...
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My first job was working for Break the Barriers whose mission statement is "celebrating awareness and victories of all abilities, ethnicities, and ages through exceptional programs, outreach, and inclusion education. "I grew up at this gym and truly fell in love with advocacy. When I was a coach I...
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I AM FULLY COVID VAXED/BOOSTER SHOT. I just started working PRN with a nonprofit org that specialize in special needs clients. I am honest, hardworking, and caring. I also enjoy animals, and am very comfortalbe with them as well.
Arianna T.
Nashville, TN
$14-19/hr
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I have worked with special needs for 5 years such as passing medication giving baths helping with hygiene taking individuals to the doctors anything they needed I provided
Taylor C.
Nashville, TN
$13-25/hr
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I'm very tentative, I'm always paying attention and alert. I will graciously take care of any needs.
Olivia A.
Nashville, TN
$13-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Olivia and I currently am a Special Education teacher. This coming year I will be teaching a K-4 Autism/behavior unit. I love all children no matter the age or ability. I am very flexible and I have a lot of energy. Since I have all summer off I am available every day!
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Hello, I am a graduate student studying Industrial and Organizational Psychology at Western Kentucky University. I am looking to make some extra money while in school and have enjoyed working with special needs individuals in the past. I worked as a Behavioral Technicians Assistant during my...
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I have worked with children aged 7-21 who have special needs for the last three years. I have worked at a week-long sleep-away camp for children with various disabilities for the last two years, where I have led recreation, educational, and adventure activities. I will be pursuing my doctorate...
Lisa T.
Nashville, TN
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am a Registered Nurse. I have previous hospital experience in pediatrics (oncology and medical/surgical) and geriatric care. I am reliable, thorough, tidy, detail-oriented, and trustworthy. I have a fun and joyful personality!
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I am 22 and I have a 9-year-old son name M who is autistic and adhd for about 3 years now. As a single mom I didn't really now he had autism and adhd but I knew
there was something not right. I pretty sure you had tons of people telling you about your child but only you know what going with your...
Melissa N.
Nashville, TN
$17-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am a special education teacher, and have been for the past 13 years. I have experience with children with Autism, Intellectual Disabilities, and complex multiple disabilities. I can assist with g-tube feedings, diaper changing for young adults, potty training for children with disabilities, and...
Kelly C.
Nashville, TN
$14-22/hr
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Hi there! My name is Kelly. I am in school right now pursuing my doctorate of physical therapy. I have experience working with children in the Special Olympics track and basketball program. I am eager to learn and expand my knowledge. In school, I have been taught bed and device mobility as well as...
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I grew up with an older brother who has Autism. I have spent the past year interning and teaching at an all-inclusive therapy clinic and preschool in Nashville, TN (five of the 3-year-olds in my class were special needs).
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Currently a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. I have worked with kids with ASD and other disabilities in camps, schools, centers, and homes/community. I am CPR, First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen Certified. I volunteer with Autism on the Seas and love interacting with children with ASD!
Hannah R.
Nashville, TN
$12-17/hr • 2 yrs exp
Responsible College Student (CLS/Respite Aide During School Year)
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Responsible college student (CLS/Respite Aide during school year). Attending college in Michigan and am home for the summer.
Stephanie P.
Nashville, TN
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Mature And Experienced Behavioral Interventionist With A Masters Degree In Applied Behavior Analysis
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For the last 20 months I have been the nanny to 2 children. I began caring for both of them when they were 4 months old. Prior to that I was a full-time nanny involved in a nanny share, caring for two boys under the age of two. Prior to this I was a skilled caretaker with nine years of experience...
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I have substantial child care experience, including 2 years as a live-in nanny for four children. I am trying to gain more experience with children with special needs. At the moment, I am volunteering for a company that caters children with disabilities.
Kayla C.
Nashville, TN
$5-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I have not had a great amount of experience with special needs but I am incredibly passionate about helping and caring for those with special needs! There have been specific people in my life with special needs, specifically autism and these people have greatly impacted me and taught me so much more...
Alexis M.
Nashville, TN
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I have a patient, observant, and attentive personality. I have been working as an RBT for 2. 5 years, and have decided to take a break from the clinic setting. I absolutely adore working with kids. I feel as though I learn just as much from working with them as they learn from working with me. I am...
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I have been a certified nursing assistant for going on three years now. I used to travel but now I've decided I want to settle down and take things a little slower while I'm in college working on getting my actual nursing degree. I am certified in CPR & BLS, I love people, but most of all I'm very...
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I have 3 years of experience in CNA training and a little under a year as a COTA/L . Im recently trained and currently working part time as a behavioral technician (BT) at an autism clinic. I can help with daily activities ( grooming, hygiene, dressing, ect) and more if needed. I am just looking for...
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Hello! I'd love the opportunity to work with a great family I can grow with. I grew up volunteering every year for special Olympics and working hard to create bonds with fantastic kids with all kinds of abilities. Once I graduated high school I took the ParaPro and was able to immediately start...
Kendall B.
Nashville, TN
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hello! I am currently a high school teacher. I teach special education inclusion for sophomore math and I also teach math intervention. I have experience with elementary math and reading as well. I am also certified in middle school math. I have experience as a caregiver for elderly people, as that...
Devine P.
Nashville, TN
$15-20/hr
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Hello! My name is Devine! I am 22 years old. I am a graduate of The Ohio State University with a bachelors in Psychology and minor in Communications. I am currently working on my masters. I have worked with kids diagnosed with Autism in the year 2022. I have worked at Hopebridge Autism Therapy...
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My name is Princess. I have been a caregiver for over 10 years. I have worked with individuals with special needs that are diabetic, autistic, verbal, and or non verbal, Cancer patients, some may need assisting with their bath, putting on their clothes, brushing their teeth, need assistance...
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I have always had a passion for caring for those with special needs. In high school I was very active in Best Buddies, and was vice president my senior year. I also volunteered as a counselor for two summers at Camp Joy, an overnight camp for children and adults with disabilities ranging from Autism...
Caitlin P.
Nashville, TN
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello! I have been babysitting for various families for about 12 years now. I'm currently a Exceptional Student Education teacher in Tallahassee. I work with high school aged students with multiple and profound disabilities who also have challenging behaviors such as aggression and self-injurious...
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I am looking to assist families who need extra help accomplishing their social and behavioral health needs for their young ones. I have a Bachelor's in Psychology and 1 semester left until I obtain my Master's. Additionally, I have worked as a behavioral health counselor for the past six years and...
Kezia A.
Nashville, TN
$15-20/hr
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I have worked with children that have special needs for quite some time; from being a teacher's assistant to having an internship at a local preschool for disabled children, I constantly found myself surrounded by those that needed my help. I hope that in the future I can become an Occupational...
Ryan W.
Nashville, TN
$12-17/hr
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My name is Ryan W. I am 22 and I have been babysitting all ages from infants to preteens in the area for over 10 years now. I am patient and understanding and am a quick learner. I have some experience with children with ADD/ADHD, Autism Disorder, and high with feeding tubes. I love working with...
Betty D.
Nashville, TN
<$10/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I worked with children with special needs. I have worked with the elderly also. I am a very passionate person. I'm very genuine about what I do, and I enjoy helping people who are in need.
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Hi! My name is Payton. I am seeking gig jobs to make extra money! My schedule is very flexible. My passions and experience are as follows:
- Animal care: Arguably my biggest passion in life. I LOVE animals! Exotic welcome! I have 10+ years of experience working with pets.
- People with...
Lilian B.
Nashville, TN
$15-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Engaging Sitter With Pediatric Personal Care/special Needs Experience
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I am a creative, caring, and reliable archaeology student with over six years of babysitting and tutoring experience. I have special training in performing personal care and working with kids with varying levels of ability. I have vast experience caring for kids with serious illness and intellectual...
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I am a certified special education teacher, summer camp counselor and experienced babysitter. I love working with children and would be able to support your children in their schoolwork or remote learning experiences.
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Hello! I have been teaching special education in the public school system for 17 years. I am looking to transition out and use my experience to help busy families out in any way they may need. I have a masters degree in education as well. I can be a fun and hands on nanny for someone looking for a...
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I have worked with children for the past 15 years. I have worked as a nanny, babysitter, mothers helper and at times an overnight nanny. I have experience with infants, multiples and children with Special Needs.
I am currently CPR and First Aid certified!
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Emma C from San Mateo, CA
Hi! I'm a young adult and college student so I have a lot of energy and can keep up with kids. Throughout high school, I babysat for families with children ages 2-12. Freshman and sophomore year of high school, I volunteered at Family Service which has a day care and...
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Hello! I'm so excited to have the chance to make a difference in children's lives by nurturing, watching, and caring for them. I am the oldest of four, so I have grown up in a loving home of children whom I had the opportunity to help raise from an early age. I started babysitting at the age of 13...
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My name is Val & have been a nanny for over 10 years now! I grew up in Maryland and earned my Bachelor's Degree in Art Education from Towson University. The plan was to become an elementary school art teacher but after having nannied all throughout college I decided I really loved working with...
Rebecca B.
Nashville, TN
$15-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hi! I'm Becca. I'm a first semester music business student at Belmont University. I have 6 years of experience babysitting for many families as well as experience as a camp counselor for both typical and special needs children. I have taken an early child development class and have familiarity with...
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One thing you should know about me is I'll be graduating with a child life degree this May from Lipscomb University. Through my university, I have over 150 hours of child care experience. I started working with children at 14 years old by volunteering at my church's nursery. I also have special...
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